Skorecery will be Summoned to PlayStation 4 on 5 Feb 2019

NORFOLK, VA – 8 January 2019 – Independent developer GrappleHook Games has announced that Skorecery, the mystical arcade sportslike, will launch exclusively on PlayStation 4 on 5 February 2019.

Modernizing and paying homage to some of gaming’s most iconic genres and arcade hits, Skorecery combines retro classics like Pong and Breakout with the excitement and depth from popular platform fighters. Players must harness Spells and precise controls to destroy their opponent’s Runes while also protecting their own. Up to 4 local sorcerers can battle for supremacy in fast-paced and engaging skirmishes.

Players must race to gain control of the Arena’s ball to fire away at their opponent’s Runes. The sorcerer with the most Runes at the end of the match will be crowned as the victor. Before facing off, magic wielders must choose from a diverse selection of Spells that can be used to alter their running speed, create barriers, and more. These offensive and defensive abilities can be used to secure the lead or save your team from near defeat. With simple-to-learn controls and deep mechanics, Skorecery is built for players of all skill levels and a natural fit for both friendly gatherings and competitive tournaments. Match rules are fully customizable, allowing creative players to select the layout of the Arena as well as modify the physics of the ball and player’s abilities. Skorecery also boasts 4 distinct Modes for those that want to get straight into the action.

Skorecery’s Key Features:

• Friendly and competitive local multiplayer battles with gameplay that takes seconds to learn and countless hours to master

• Fast-paced and tense duels, team skirmishes, and free-for-all matches 

• Vast variety of Spells, Modes, and Arena layouts for infinite replayability

• Game-modifying Curses that allow players to change rules of the match, physics, and abilities

• Intricately designed audio dynamics that adjust to match intensity

“While easy to pick up and play, Skorecery’s tight controls and fast action quickly turn a casual experience into a competitive one,” says Eric Peterson, co-founder of GrappleHook Games. “But beyond that tight core, we wanted to give players the tools to experiment and push those mechanics. Spells, Modes and Curses work in combination to do just that.”

Prepare for Skorecery’s mystical multiplayer mayhem by heading to its official website or follow GrappleHook Games on Twitter and Facebook.

About GrappleHook Games

Originally formed while studying at Northeastern University, GrappleHook Games has been creating diverse titles for more than half a decade. Their student project, Squad Hero: Revolver, was an award-winning hit at conventions and can be downloaded for free. Skorecery will be GrappleHook Games’ first official release.

Discover The Multiverses of Double Cross in This New Trailer

Action Adventure Platformer To Launch On The Nintendo™ Switch and Steam January 10th

Vancouver and Toronto – January 7, 2019 – Get ready to explore the diverse interdimensional worlds of upcoming action-adventure game Double Cross in this new trailer from 13AM Games, the award-winner developer behind Runbow. Co-published by Graffiti Games and Headup, Double Cross launches this Thursday, January 10^th, on the Nintendo Switch™ and Steam (PC) for $19.99 USD.

Discover the goo world of Gootopia, the neon robot world of The Funderdome, and the apocalyptic dinosaur world of Reptarria in this new tutorial trailer:

Nintendo gamers can pre-purchase Double Cross in the Eshop, while PC users can also add Double Cross to their Wishlist on Steam.

About Double Cross

Double Cross is an exciting action adventure game that blasts players into a multidimensional mystery full of platforming action/adventure. Using the unique proton sling mechanic for a variety of movements and attacks, players must fight an array of enemies as they traverse their way across distinct universes in order to find clues and solve various crimes. Players take on the role of Zahra Sinclair, an agent of R.I.F.T. (Regulators of Interdimensional Frontiers and Technology) whose job it is to maintain peace and order between all dimensions. As Zahra players can collect a rare element called Upgradium to customize their character abilities such as equipping Zahra with permanent fighting moves, stronger attacks and other valuable skills needed to save the multiverse.

Features Include:

• Players can custom tailor their play style by collecting Upgradium and using it to level up and unlock RIFT agent gear.
• An adventure-game style gameplay and upgrade system that allows players to choose how and in what order they play levels
• A unique “Proton Slinger” mechanic that allows diversity of movement throughout levels and the ability to grab and throw objects and enemies
• Varied and upgradeable attacks and combos
• An intricate story engages players as they solve an interdimensional mystery with a diverse cast of interdimensional characters

Slick 2D HD art that draws upon traditional gaming and anime style

For more information regarding Double Cross please visit the game’s website, or 13AM’s Twitter page.

eShop Page: https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/double-cross-switch
Steam Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/838010/Double_Cross/

About 13AM Games
13AM Games is an independent video games studio based in Toronto and earned success with its debut game, Runbow. Founded by a group of students from George Brown College in 2014, 13AM Games’ members come from a variety of backgrounds and skillsets, and are always pushing themselves to make something fresh and exciting for gamers everywhere.

About Graffiti Games
Graffiti Games is an independent video game publisher made up of industry veterans that understand what it takes to launch a successful indie game. We view game publishing as a collaborative effort between our team and developers to ensure everyone benefits from a game’s success. To find out more about us and our titles please visit www.graffitigames.com.

About Headup Games
Headup Games is a hybrid games publishing and development company providing players worldwide with the best content in the independent gaming sector. Established in 2009, it is active on all major platforms such as consoles, mobile devices and PC, and was awarded as “Best Publisher” at the German Developers Awards in 2012, 2013 and 2017. With over 70 million customers served on mobile and further several million players on the PC and consoles, Headup Games is always looking to raise awareness and commercial success for developers thinking outside the box. More information can be found at www.headupgames.com.

Starxium 20XX – a neon aesthetic team-based car video game launches its crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter

PARIS, FRANCE – 04/01/2019 –– The Midnight Team is proud to announce the launch of the Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign of its first title: Starxium 20XX. An e-sport oriented video game in a retro and 80s inspired universe that is scheduled for a PC release late 2019.
      
The game is highly reminiscent of the 80s with its neon lit nights and boasts original synthwave music. Its strong visual and sound identity allow the game to be appreciated by a growing community of retro lovers who crave the 80s pop culture.

“Starxium 20XX was created with e-sport in mind: it’s made to be as fun to play as it is to watch” – says Hugo Attal, founder of The Midnight Team. “That’s why I developed a new genre of vehicle-based game: a ‘capture the point’ with a high-speed moving point. Players need to stay near a moving convoy so it’s easier for viewers to understand what is going on in the round.”

Key features:

Gorgeous neon aesthetics: Did you ever dream to drive fast on the 80s highway, leaving a big tron-like light trail behind you, listening to good old synth music like synthwave? This is the place!
A new genre: The game is 4v4. Strategy and communication are key in order to capture the convoy. Stay near it and throw your opponents off track.
Car Customization: Players can customize the skin of their car but also the components like the motor, the tires, the brakes, and so on… All components are made by 21 different manufacturers.
Game Modding: People can contribute to the game by creating new maps and modes. Some are already planned such as a battle royal racing mode with high speed cars.

To keep up with the latest news from Starxium 20XX, visit our Facebook page and our Twitter account.

The Midnight Team is a new independent game studio. It is a one-man team featuring Hugo Attal who is the creator, developer, game designer, graphist, composer, 3D modeler, webmaster, community manager, designer and marketer of Starxium 20XX.

BECOME A MASTER OF EARTHLY FORCES WITH THE ELEMENTALIST CLASS IN BREACH

Not all the classes in Breach, the upcoming action-RPG from QC Games, utilize dark or mystical magic to defeat enemies – some draw upon the powers of the Earth to bring down foes and protect their team. The latest video from QC Games highlights the Elementalist class – a member of the Arcane school of magic that draws its power from elements in nature.

The Elementalist uses elements of nature such as fire, wind, water and ice to cast damaging spells. Utilize Quake to send shockwaves at your enemies, knocking them off their feet.  Or look towards the sky and summon a massive meteor onto your opponents, dealing fire damage and literally rocking their world. Elementalists can also up the defensive measures by casting an Aqueous Globe protective field that blocks projectiles and reduces damage to allies.

Watch the Breach Elementalist trailer:

Special Breach pre-order packages are available starting at $24.99 – players can visit PlayBreach.com and take advantage of exclusive offers from the various pre-order packs that include Steam Early Access, and unique in-game items like sprays, dance emotes, a digital artbook, and much more.

Alpha Testing for Breach continues this weekend, beginning at 12 PM CST on Friday January 4 and ending at 11 PM CST on Sunday January 6. Players who wish to join in on the fun can register at PlayBreach.com.

Breach will enter paid Steam Early Access later this January 2019 with the Free-To-Play full launch in 2019. Can’t wait to prep your mission loadouts and squad combinations? Look for announcements on future Technical Alpha testing and an Early Access release date by following Breach on Twitter, ‘Like’ us on Facebook, and visit the official game page at PlayBreach.com.

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AUDEZE REVEALS NEW “TEAM CARBON” COLOR FOR MOBIUS GAMING HEADPHONES AND HEAD GESTURE TECHNOLOGY

Team Carbon Mobius Headphones Available on January 10 Exclusively on Amazon 

SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 4, 2019 – Audeze, the world’s leading manufacturer of planar magnetic headphones, announced today the release of “Team Carbon,” an Amazon-exclusive colorway addition to the award-winning Audeze Mobius lineup. Team Carbon joins Team Copper and Team Blue, the original Mobius duo that earned over a million dollars in initial crowdfunding and made Mobius one of the most acclaimed gaming headphones of 2018.

Combining leading-edge, best in class technologies, Audeze Mobius delivers a realistic, immersive experience that will push the boundaries of your imagination and maximize the audio experience of gaming, movies, and music. With materials originally designed for space applications, Audeze’s planar magnetic technology produces pure, accurate, high-quality, audiophile sound. WAVES Nx® head tracking technology creates hyper-realistic 3D audio experiences indistinguishable from being in the game, movie, or live concert.

Audeze also announced today the introduction of customizable Head Gesture Keybinds. With Head Gesture Keybinds, users will be able to map various keyboard inputs and macros to corresponding head-tracking movements. For example, a head tilt to the left while wearing Mobius can be mapped to a game-specific action such as lean left from cover. The functionality is fully customizable and can be used to trigger a variety of actions in various games. For those who simply wish to jump in and play, several game-specific presets will be included in the update to Audeze HQ.

Head Gesture Keybinds provide a greater degree of freedom when gaming with Mobius, allowing the user to tailor their playing experience through multiple hands-free input options beyond a traditional mouse and keyboard. These features will also provide a new means of control for gamers with physical disabilities. Head Gesture Keybinds are currently being beta-tested for a full release on Audeze HQ in early 2019. Audeze HQ, a free downloadable application for Windows and Mac, currently offers HRTF Personalization, Sound Profiles, Head-Tracking Visualization, and Device Information.

The Team Carbon Audeze Mobius and an early demonstration of the Head Gesture Keybinds will be shown at the Audeze Showcase at CES 2019.
 

“Audeze has always been defined by our commitment to innovation and our passion for creating best-in-class listening experiences,” stated Sankar Thiagasamudram, CEO of Audeze. “Mobius was developed as a foundational platform with limitless potential to elevate gaming audio. With Mobius, Audeze continues to expand the expectations for what a headphone can achieve, offering additional avenues for increased immersion, efficiency, and entertainment while still maintaining world class audio.”  

Mobius is designed with the gamer’s quality of life in mind. It comes with a flexible, detachable boom microphone with built-in noise attenuation, mute/unmute functionality, and independent microphone volume control to provide crystal-clear voice quality. With the inclusion of contoured memory foam earpads and an adjustable, durable, memory foam padded headband, Mobius delivers lightweight comfort ideal for long-term use.
 
Audeze Mobius retails for $399. Audeze Mobius Team Carbon will be available to purchase exclusively at Amazon starting on January 10, 2019. Mobius Team Copper and Mobius Team Blue are currently available on Amazon and can also be purchased directly from Audeze at www.audeze.com/mobius. For more information on the Audeze Mobius, follow Audeze on Twitter and Instagram, “Like” us on Facebook, subscribe to Audeze on Youtube to see and hear video demonstrations of Audeze products, and visit the website at www.audeze.com.

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ABOUT AUDEZE LLC
Audeze LLC is the California-based high-end audio manufacturer delivering the most accurate sound reproduction available today. Audeze products, engineered with the latest innovations in materials science and technology, are built with precision craftsmanship. Audeze’s commitment to research, development, and uncompromised audio is reflected in every facet of our leading-edge products. This has earned Audeze the distinction of being the world’s best reviewed headphone brand.

ABOUT WAVES AUDIO
Waves is the world-leading developer of audio DSP technologies and the driving power behind hit records, major motion pictures and popular video games the world over. A recipient of a Technical GRAMMY® Award, Waves is acclaimed by top professional and prosumer users worldwide. More than 400,000 recording studios, mixing and mastering facilities use Waves’ portfolio of cutting edge technologies on a daily basis to create top-selling music, movies and games. Waves’ professional technologies, 25 years of expertise, and passion for sound are now utilized to meet mobile audio challenges and deliver premium audio experiences on consumer electronics devices.